Quality Assurance Technician

Quality Assurance Technician Opportunity!
  
Rawtenstall site location!
  
This unique and newly created position is to operate as a Quality Assurance professional within an excellent manufacturing environment. Previous experience of working within the PAINT or COATINGS industry/sector is a requisite for this role.  The QA Technician is responsible for ensuring that all paint and coating products meet established quality standards and specifications. This role involves testing raw materials, in-process batches, and finished products, as well as supporting compliance with safety, regulatory, and customer requirements.

WHAT IS IN IT FOR YOU?
Annual Base Salary – Highly competitive, my client is willing to pay fairly for the right candidate.  
Site based role in Rawtenstall
Really relaxed and polite working atmosphere
Permanent position from day one
Monday to Friday working hours,
All technology provided, phone, laptop etc.
Working with some of the top sporting, retail and leisure clients in the UK.
20 days leave + Bank holidays, rising by 1 each year of service.
Prospect of an amazing career within a terrific business
Upwardly mobile business encountering consistent growth

THE BUSINESS
Our client specialises within the Manufacturing sector, specifically within the paint sector.

THE ROLE
Perform quality control tests on raw materials, intermediates, and finished paint products
Conduct laboratory tests such as viscosity, density, gloss, colour matching, drying time, adhesion, and durability
Approve or reject batches based on test results and specifications
Monitor production processes to ensure consistency and quality standards are maintained
Accurately record test data and maintain quality documentation
Investigate and report non-conformances, defects, or deviations
Assist in handling complaints, root cause analysis and corrective/preventive actions (CAPA)
Ensure compliance with internal quality systems and external standards (e.g., ISO)
Calibrate and maintain laboratory testing equipment
Work closely with production, R&D, and warehouse teams to resolve quality issues
 
THE PERSON
Background in chemistry, materials science, or a related field
Strong attention to detail and analytical skills
Understanding of quality control and assurance principles
Ability to follow standard operating procedures (SOPs)
Good written and verbal communication skills
Basic IT skills (data entry, spreadsheets, lab systems)
Must have experience in paint formulating/paint manufacture
Experience in paint, coatings, or chemical manufacturing
Familiarity with testing instruments (e.g., viscometer, spectrophotometer, gloss meter)
Knowledge of quality standards such as ISO 9001
Understanding of UK health and safety regulations (e.g., COSHH)
Experience in Microsoft D365

TO APPLY
Please apply for this position and your CV will go direct to Kyle Jevons who is leading the search. Alternatively, if you have any questions, please get in touch with Kyle at Westray Recruitment Group – (phone number removed)